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AI Receptionist for Event Planners
Capture Every Event Opportunity

AgentZap's AI voice receptionist answers every call 24/7, qualifies corporate clients, schedules consultations, and coordinates vendors—while you focus on creating extraordinary events and galas.

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Cvent & Eventbrite integration

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Businesses Trust Us

85,000+

Leads Captured Monthly

Why Event Planners Need an AI Receptionist

In event planning, every missed call is a potential lost gala, conference, or corporate account

$850B

Global events industry market size in 2024

Source: ILEA 2024

68%

Of corporate event inquiries come outside business hours

Source: EventMB 2024

$45K

Average corporate event planning contract value

Source: IBISWorld

4.2x

More likely to book when inquiry answered within 5 minutes

Source: ILEA Research

Challenges Event Planners Face

Creating flawless events requires focus—but missed calls cost you clients

Event Days Mean Missed Calls

While you're executing galas, conferences, or corporate events on-site, prospective clients are calling. By Monday, they've found another planner who answered their inquiry immediately.

Complex Corporate Inquiries

Qualifying corporate event leads requires understanding scope, budget, RFP timelines, and stakeholder requirements—a 20-minute conversation you can't have while coordinating vendors.

Multi-Vendor Coordination Chaos

Venues, caterers, AV teams, florists, photographers—everyone needs answers. Managing these calls while meeting with clients fragments your attention and costs you events.

How AgentZap's AI Receptionist Works

From inquiry to consultation booked in one seamless call

1

Call Answered

Your AI receptionist answers every call in under 2 rings with a professional greeting customized to your event planning brand.

2

Lead Qualified

The AI voice receptionist gathers event type, date, attendance, budget, venue status, and specific requirements.

3

Consultation Scheduled

Qualified clients get consultations booked immediately based on your calendar availability and event type expertise.

4

CRM Updated

Lead details sync to your event management software automatically with full notes and follow-up tasks.

Sample AI Receptionist Conversation

AI

"Thank you for calling Elegant Events by Design. This is Sarah, how can I help you create an unforgettable event today?"

C

"Hi, I'm looking for help planning our company's annual gala. We're expecting about 300 guests in March."

AI

"How exciting! A 300-guest corporate gala sounds wonderful. Do you have a venue selected, or would you like venue sourcing as part of our services? And do you have a target date in March?"

C

"We're looking at March 15th, and we need help with everything—venue, catering, entertainment, the works."

AI

"Perfect! Our full-service planning would be ideal for your gala. I have Thursday at 2 PM or Friday at 10 AM available for a consultation with our lead planner. Which works better for your schedule? We'll discuss your vision, budget, and create a customized proposal."

AI Receptionist Features for Event Planners

Every feature designed to help you capture more events and grow your business

Event Type Recognition

AI receptionist understands corporate conferences, galas, fundraisers, product launches, and private celebrations—asking relevant questions for each category.

Corporate Client Handling

Captures company details, procurement requirements, RFP timelines, and multi-stakeholder contact information for enterprise event inquiries.

Consultation Scheduling

Books discovery calls and venue tours at optimal times based on event type, urgency, and your team availability.

Budget Qualification

Tactfully discusses investment levels to ensure alignment before scheduling consultations, filtering budget mismatches professionally.

Emergency Escalation

AI voice receptionist recognizes urgent event-day calls and escalates immediately to on-site coordinators or planners.

RFP Information Gathering

Collects detailed requirements from corporate clients preparing RFPs, proposals, and formal event procurement processes.

Venue Coordination

Discusses your venue partnerships, preferred locations, and destination event experience across different regions.

Vendor Message Management

Handles vendor calls professionally, takes detailed messages, routes urgent matters, and keeps communications organized.

Lead Analytics Dashboard

Track call volumes, lead sources, conversion rates, and identify which marketing channels drive your best event clients.

Integrates with Your Event Management Tools

AgentZap's AI receptionist connects with the platforms you already use

Cvent

Eventbrite

Social Tables

Planning Pod

AllSeated

Honeybook

Dubsado

Tripleseat

Aisle Planner

Google Calendar

Outlook

Zoom

HubSpot

Salesforce

Zapier

Slack

Monday.com

Asana

Plus 5,000+ more apps via Zapier and our API

Stop Losing $45K+ Corporate Events to Missed Calls

Compare the true cost of hiring vs. AgentZap's AI receptionist

Hiring a Receptionist

  • Monthly Salary$3,200 - $3,800
  • Benefits & Taxes (25%)$800 - $950
  • Training & Onboarding$200/month avg
  • Desk & Equipment$150/month
  • Total Monthly Cost$4,200+

Limitation: Only covers 40 hours/week. Missed calls during events, evenings, weekends, and peak season cost you corporate accounts.

AgentZap AI Receptionist

Save 97%
  • Starter Plan (Monthly)$139/month
  • Professional Plan (Monthly)$279/month
  • Agency Plan (Monthly)$399/month
  • Setup & Training$0
  • Total Monthly Cost$139 - $399

Includes: 24/7/365 coverage, unlimited simultaneous calls during peak season, CRM integration, lead qualification, and consultation scheduling.

Annual Savings: $45,612 - $50,400

That's one corporate event paying for a full year of AI receptionist coverage.

Seamless Escalation to Your Event Planners

Some situations need your personal touch. AgentZap's AI receptionist recognizes these moments and connects callers to your team immediately.

  • Hot corporate leads with large budgets get transferred immediately
  • Event-day emergencies escalated to on-site coordinators instantly
  • VIP clients on your list get instant connection every time
  • Urgent vendor issues routed to appropriate team members

You Control the Rules

  • Set keywords that trigger instant transfer
  • Choose routing by event type or urgency
  • Define VIP client and vendor lists
  • Route by planner expertise or event type

What Event Professionals Say

"I was losing corporate event leads while executing galas and conferences. AgentZap's AI receptionist captures every inquiry now, and I've seen a 35% increase in event consultations booked. The ROI from one corporate account pays for years of service."

Rebecca Sterling

Owner, Sterling Events

Chicago, IL

35% more event consultations

"Our team coordinates 200+ events per year. Managing vendor calls while onsite was impossible. The AI voice receptionist handles vendor coordination, takes detailed messages, and only escalates true emergencies. We've reduced missed vendor calls by 89%."

Marcus Chen

Operations Director, Luxe Event Group

Los Angeles, CA

89% fewer missed vendor calls

"As a corporate event specialist, I needed 24/7 coverage for Fortune 500 inquiries. The AI receptionist qualifies corporate leads professionally—it captured a $150K conference contract at 9 PM when I was at another event. Game changer."

Jennifer Walsh

Corporate Events Planner

New York, NY

$150K contract captured after hours

Why Event Planners Choose AgentZap

Event-Day Coverage

AI receptionist handles all calls while you execute flawless events on-site.

Corporate-Ready

AI voice receptionist understands corporate events, RFPs, and enterprise requirements.

97% Cost Savings

Full 24/7 coverage for less than a week of receptionist salary.

Event Software Sync

Integrates with Cvent, Eventbrite, and Planning Pod automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about AI receptionists for event planners

What is an AI receptionist for event planning companies?

An AI receptionist for event planners is an intelligent virtual assistant that handles client inquiries, qualifies event leads, schedules consultations, and manages vendor communications 24/7. It understands various event types—corporate conferences, galas, fundraisers, product launches—and captures essential details like event date, expected attendance, budget, venue preferences, and specific requirements. Unlike traditional answering services, the AI receptionist speaks naturally, asks relevant follow-up questions, and integrates directly with your event management software.

How does the AI voice receptionist qualify potential event clients?

AgentZap's AI voice receptionist asks strategic questions about event type, purpose, date flexibility, expected attendance, venue preferences, budget range, and specific needs (AV, catering, entertainment, decor). It captures corporate decision-maker information, timeline urgency, and how they discovered your services. This qualification ensures planners spend time with clients who are ready to invest in professional event management, filtering out tire-kickers and budget mismatches.

Can the AI receptionist handle different types of events?

Yes, AgentZap's AI receptionist is trained to understand corporate events (conferences, product launches, team building, annual meetings), social events (galas, milestone celebrations, reunions, holiday parties), nonprofit events (fundraisers, charity galas, awareness campaigns), and private events (anniversaries, retirement parties, bar/bat mitzvahs). It asks relevant questions based on event type and adjusts its qualification approach accordingly.

How does the AI voice receptionist manage vendor and venue inquiries?

The AI receptionist recognizes calls from venues, caterers, AV companies, florists, photographers, and other vendors. It takes detailed messages, provides event-specific information to approved parties, schedules vendor meetings, and prioritizes urgent matters appropriately in your message queue. For day-of-event vendor calls, it can escalate immediately to on-site coordinators.

Can AgentZap explain your event packages and services?

Absolutely. The AI receptionist can walk callers through your service offerings—full-service planning, day-of coordination, corporate event management, venue sourcing, destination events, and a la carte services. It explains pricing structures, typical timelines, and helps callers identify which services match their needs, all while capturing their interest for follow-up.

How does the AI receptionist handle corporate client inquiries?

AgentZap's AI receptionist understands corporate event requirements including budget approvals, RFP processes, compliance needs, branding requirements, and multi-stakeholder coordination. It captures company information, event objectives, key decision-maker contacts, and procurement timelines for effective follow-up. Corporate clients are flagged as high-priority leads for immediate attention.

What information does the AI receptionist collect from event inquiries?

The AI voice receptionist gathers comprehensive details: contact information, organization name, event type and purpose, preferred date(s) and flexibility, expected attendance, venue preferences or status, budget range, special requirements (AV, catering, accessibility, theme), timeline for decision-making, and how they heard about your company. All information syncs automatically to your CRM.

How does the AI receptionist integrate with event management software?

AgentZap integrates with popular event management platforms like Cvent, Eventbrite, Planning Pod, Social Tables, AllSeated, and Honeybook. Lead information flows automatically into your existing CRM, consultations sync across all connected calendars, and event details are captured in a format ready for proposal generation.

What happens when someone calls during an event you're executing?

The AI receptionist handles all calls professionally while you focus on event execution. It qualifies new leads, schedules callbacks for appropriate times, takes detailed vendor messages, and only escalates true emergencies to your on-site team. You never miss opportunities because you're busy creating amazing events.

How much does an AI receptionist cost compared to hiring staff?

A full-time receptionist costs $3,500-$4,200/month (salary, benefits, taxes) and only covers 40 hours per week. AgentZap's AI receptionist costs $139-$399/month for 24/7/365 coverage—a savings of 97%. Plus, the AI handles unlimited simultaneous calls during busy seasons, never takes vacation, and never calls in sick during your peak event months.

Can the AI receptionist handle calls during peak wedding and event season?

Yes, AgentZap's AI voice receptionist handles unlimited simultaneous calls. During peak seasons (spring galas, fall conferences, holiday parties), you might receive 20+ inquiries simultaneously—the AI answers every single one professionally. Traditional receptionists can only handle one call at a time, leaving others to voicemail or competitors.

How quickly can I set up AgentZap for my event planning business?

Most event planners are live within 20 minutes. You connect your calendar, configure your event types and services, set qualification criteria, and customize your greeting. Our event planning templates include pre-built scripts for corporate inquiries, social events, nonprofit galas, and vendor coordination. Full CRM integration typically takes under an hour.

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